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8 Lessons I Learned as a Full-Time Elopement Photographer in 2025

Welcome back to The EPIC Podcast (Elopement Photographer Inspiration Compass), the space where destination and adventure elopement photographers come to connect, grow, and stay inspired as they build sustainable businesses. I’m your host, Sheryl Anne, destination elopement photographer, Navy veteran, and proud mama. This episode marks our very first episode of 2026, and it is a reflective and honest one. In today’s episode, I’m sharing eight lessons I learned in 2025 during my first full year running my business full time, my first year as a mom, and my first year fully stepping into civilian life after the Navy. These lessons come from real experiences navigating motherhood, travel, burnout, creativity, growth, and learning how to slow down without guilt. My hope is that this episode resonates with anyone thinking about going full time, navigating a major life transition, or learning how to build a business that supports the season of life they are in. In this episode, you’ll hear: -Why you are allowed to build your business around your current season of life -How slowing down intentionally can lead to more sustainability and less burnout -Why protecting your peace is essential when making business decisions -What bringing a baby on destination elopements taught me about identity and balance -How stacking elopements can work when done intentionally and with boundaries -Why outsourcing was critical to protecting my time and energy -How isolating working from home can be and why community matters -Ways to create structure and motivation when you work for yourself -Why freedom and flexibility are some of the greatest rewards of this career I also share a personal life update about photographing a Patagonia elopement for my sister and brother in law, and why that experience meant so much to me both personally and professionally. This episode is a reminder that growth does not have to be loud, fast, or exhausting. It can be intentional, season-aware, and deeply fulfilling. Stay tuned. Stay adventurous. Stay EPIC. Links & Resources Follow along on Instagram: @sherylannephoto and @epicphotopodcast Explore my latest elopement work: Sheryl Anne Photo https://sherylannephoto.com/